2002 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 226 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | 480 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |